Definition of "pyorrhea" []

• Purulent inflammation of the gums and tooth sockets, often leading to loosening of the teeth. (noun)
• A discharge of pus. (noun)

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• "I have diagnosed it as pyorrhea which has infected the stomach from the mouth, and have suggested emetine treatment of the mouth as a cure for the stomach disorder."
• "Of course, you don't understand, but the point is that I've persuaded Doctor Hadley to bring in Doctor Granville, who is a dentist and a pyorrhea expert."
• "He did enter Doctor Hadley's office, although no sufferer from pyorrhea or appendicitis awaited him."